Erin Gobler is a personal finance writer based in Madison, Wisconsin. She writes about topics including budgeting, student loans, credit, mortgages, investing and insurance. Her work has been ...

A reliable air conditioner is a must-have on hot summer days. Simpler and (much!) cheaper to install than an HVAC system, a window-mounted unit is one of the easiest and affordable ways to effectively ...

If you’re strategizing how to keep cool in what feels like one of the hottest summers to date, we recommend opting for an air conditioner that’s effective but also energy-efficient. Window AC units ...

If you don't have central air and are in the market for an air conditioner, you've probably been debating which style would work best for your home or apartment. While both portable and window air ...

Summer is officially here, and, unfortunately, so are triple-digit temperatures in many parts of the country. During sizzling temperatures like this, you don't want to be caught unprepared without ...

Looking for more ways to cool off? Check out CNN Underscored’s Guide to Beating the Heat for the products that help us cope with high summer temperatures. The best window air conditioners can turn a ...

Samantha Hunter is a professional copy editor who has worked with Ms. Magazine, Spin and VH1. She has also written for MarthaStewart.com, Essence.com, Esquire.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, RealSimple.com ...

Sure, a quiet air conditioner is nice during the day, but it’s essential at night when you’re trying to sleep. That’s why, in addition to testing how well air conditioners cool a room, we also rate ...